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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1917
Page
3
St Johns N B April 4 German submarine attacked their steamship 90 miles off Queenstown Ireland. Officers report the sinking of the submarine by the British vessel in the engagement.
In a running fight the merchantman scored a direct hit and the submarine went to the bottom with all hands. The steamer was slightly damaged by shell fire.
The Light announces Louis Heuermann as a candidate for Commissioner of Streets and Public Improvements in the upcoming election. This political advertisement formally endorses his bid and outlines the official candidacy notice.
H P Drought a former solicitor who became a prominent San Antonio investment banker died at 11 25 am Wednesday at 529 Oakland Street. He lived in San Antonio 38 years born in County Clare Ireland and moved to London Canada at seven. He organized Commonwealth Bank and Trust Company to take over West Texas Bank affairs and served as its vice president. He leaves a widow four sons and a sister in London Ontario.
The cloak and suit trade valued at about 100 million dollars in New York City endured weeks of lockout and strike. Most workers are sewing machine operators earning 30 to 70 dollars weekly during two ten week peaks. The average is around 35 dollars, with week workers receiving 11 to 27.50 dollars. the remainder sees low seasonal activity.
The article notes little work in dull seasons for sewing operatives as unions report workers lingering at shops. Many operatives do not switch to other jobs, earning only small sums like 50 cents to a dollar when minor rush orders arrive.
A brief notice highlights soft fine black kid shoes described as comfortable and smart in appearance. The design includes Louis heels and white soles, noting a smooth fit that flatters the foot’s lines.
A special assortment of veils priced at 98 cents each features semi circular shapes in black white and spring shades with mesh chenille borders and thread run designs. First floor location.
A vintage textile notice advertises white organ fabric fifty six inches wide described as sheer and beautiful for summer waists and dresses. Prices listed are $1 and $1.25 per yard with strong quality noted.
Oxford suiting and gabardine in white weights suitable for skirts and suits. Firm weave and good weight. Price is 50 cents per yard. Second Floor.
An advertisement offers a selection of ribbons in new shades at 21 cents per yard. Suitable widths for hairbows and millinery trimmings. Located on the first floor.
Indoor loop aerials have existed years but were impractical until vacuum tube amplifiers. Weak signal effects that were lost by receivers five years ago can now be amplified to enable easy telegraphing.
London reports under the defense of the realm act the Board of Agriculture now has full power to terminate tenancy and reassign cultivation of unused land. It may also seize possession and arrange for others to farm the laid by land.
An article in the Electrical World notes the loop aerial a compact concealed wire device that can be hidden within doors. Experiments by the Bureau of Standards suggest better sensitivity and the ability to receive signals from powerful transmitters, despite reduced physical length.
Proposal seeks government support for farm machinery stock and livestock to improve cultivation efficiency and increase food output. Officials argue relief will strengthen supply chains and rural incomes amid rising demand.
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